The 'Man Behind the Mask' editorial featured in the latest issue of QVEST magazine boasts some rather startling and captivating images of Ryan Michael Kelly. Shot by photographer Sasha Lysenko and styled by Jessica Bobince, the 'Man Behind the Mask' spread exudes a very villainesque quality that depicts what a superhero-turned-bad might look like.
The majority of the photographs showcase the model wearing some type of boldly patterned mask or face scarf. The clothes he is wearing are also wildly printed with vivid checkers, stars, plaid, stripes and gingham. In the two images in which Kelly's face is not covered, his hair has been styled in a way that makes it look as if he was just electrified, providing additional edge to this already sinister 'Man Behind the Mask' photo series.
Eerily Edgy Editorials
The Qvest 'Man The Behind the Mask' Series is Both Spooky & Avant-Garde
Trend Themes
1. Bold Masks in Fashion Editorials - Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate bold face masks as a trend
2. Villainesque Aesthetic in Photography - Opportunity for photographers to explore and push the boundaries of sinister and avant-garde themes
3. Electric Hair Styling in Fashion Photography - Opportunity for hair stylists to create unique and electrifying hairstyles in editorial shoots
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - Fashion designers and brands can experiment with bold and edgy looks in their collections
2. Photography - Photographers can push the boundaries of traditional and conventional themes in their work
3. Hair and Beauty - Hair stylists and beauty brands can create new looks and products to complement edgy fashion photography